Monday Night Meditation

Webcast






February, 2024




Waking up to reality is no small thing.



This Seven Factors of Awakening explore the required elements.



Tonight we'll explore one that initially, kind of surprised me.



But to wake up, to swim against the stream of conditioned awareness ...



you need Life Force!




The Third of the Seven Factors of Awakening:

Energy, Vigor and Vitality

[recast]



Enjoy!




The Evening Flow






6:30 Mindful Movement with Rita


 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpf-qrpjgiH9fVLPaRdH6-OY8PpJPnpd_e


Contact: info@ritanaomi.com

Donations: paypal.me/ritanaomi

venmo.com/ritanaomimoran

 





7:30 Meditation and Dharma Talk with Jonathan


https://www.facebook.com/foustjonathan/

or

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHDVc7mqJEl3iIv901uKG-Q 





8:35 Mindful Dialog with Ray Manyoky


https://us02web.zoom.us/j/700749776?pwd=aUlWOStvR3Z1RE1MamlyVHZKTWMzdz09


Meeting ID: 700 749 776

Passcode: 330160








Blessings!



Jonathan





The residential retreat below has a wait list, but feel free to add your name!





 If you've got a special request for a talk or a meditation, please let me know.




First Light Meditation with David and Gregg

We invite you to sit with us on Friday mornings at 7:00 as we reset our spiritual compasses for the day. We begin with a chalice lighting and brief reading; sit for 30 minutes in silent meditation; and finish the hour with relaxed reflective conversation before departing for the day at 8:00 a.m.

Drop in! Our door will be open.

First Light Meditation, Friday mornings at 7:00.
Password: 1948

Inquire: David McTaggart, dmctagg@gmail.com, or Gregg Forte, gforte@mac.com 


I share more up-to-date resources and information on our class on my public Facebook Page.

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The Monday Night Webcast Schedule (Eastern Standard Time)




6:30 - 7:20 Mindful Movement on Zoom Link for Mindful Movement


7:30 - 8:30 Meditation and Talk, streamed on Facebook or Youtube


8:30 - Mindful Dialog with Ray Manyoky and Tara Cassidy   Link for Mindful Dialog



With your continued support, the Monday Night webcast is offered freely to all. 


The teachers receive no direct compensation for making Monday Night at UUCA possible. 


Your donation supports all of us and most importantly, means that no one is ever denied access to the practices.


If you feel inspired you can make a donation here for Jonathan and check out the links for the other teachers.



Thank you for your support!




For the latest links for mindful movement

check your email on Monday morning, this Facebook page, or this link.




6:30 EST: Mindful Movement Class


This class offers a form of movement that is particularly well-suited for meditation. You'll explore practices that will energize and strengthen you, help you release deep-seated tension and cultivate a sense of presence and well-being. The class is designed to be inclusive for all levels of yoga, from new to experienced. 


Class begins as 6:30 and ends at 7:20, giving you time to gently transition to the guided meditation with Jonathan at 7:30.


This class is offered freely so that no one is denied access to the practices. Your donation directly supports your teacher.


Rita Naomi Moran is a physical therapist of 25 years and a certified teacher of the Feldenkrais Method, a 500 hour E-RYT yoga teacher, a nature mindfulness guide and author of the book "Go Outside." She will graduate from the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach in January 2023.  Rita has been leading the mindful movement sangha at IMCW for 6 years and specializes in helping people meditate who struggle with sitting still. Contact her at info@ritanaomi.com for more information on mindful movement.




Support for Your Practice with the Insight Meditation Community of Washington

A Sangha for Women meets online every Saturday, 10:00am until 11:30am, facilitated by Rashmi Nair-Ripley.

Spiritual Friends Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded community.

IMCW's Mentoring Program connects you with a dedicated practitioner who can help you with your meditation practice and share resources to help you on your journey.

Affinity Groups can help you find a special interest group you'll enjoy, such as LGBTIQ, POC or a single's sangha.
 

Upcoming Events



The Undivided Heart: Embodying Wisdom and Compassion in a Polarized World

A 5-Day Residential Retreat

The Art of Living Retreat Center / Boone, NC

Tara Brach, Jonathan Foust, La Sarmiento and Sharon Shelton


April 7 - 12, 2024


See Tara's website to register




Website and Podcast

You'll find more information on offerings and resources at my website, www.jonathanfoust.com. 

I post my talks and guided meditations on iTunes and youtube as well as my own RSS feed, Insight Timer, Stitcher, Spotify, PodBean and who knows where else. You can also check out the complete library of talks here if you'd like to download them.

 If you've got a special request for a talk or a meditation, please let me know.

About Monday Night Online


Monday Night Online is a drop-in gathering and you are welcome anytime.


In the Buddhist tradition, the teachings are considered priceless. Therefore they are offered freely and there is no set fee for the class.


This tradition also encourages cultivating generosity to ourselves and others. 


Your generosity and support ensure no one will ever be denied access to these teachings and practices.


You can make a donation here if you are so inspired. Thank you!